Hi, I am Alice Jenkins a former Travel Executive at Mission Himalaya with a deep love for high-altitude adventures and exploring the rugged beauty of the Himalayas. Over the years, I have been lucky to experience many unforgettable journeys, but one that truly stands out is the Everest Three Passes Trek.
This trek is the ultimate adventure for thrill-seekers and mountain lovers. It is not just a walk through the Everest region, it is a full immersion into the soul of the Himalayas. The route takes you across three challenging and breathtaking high passes: Kongma La (5,535m), Cho La (5,420m), and Renjo La (5,360m). Each pass offers incredible views of the worlds highest peaks, including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.
Along the way, you will pass through remote Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, glacial lakes, and valleys that feel like untouched corners of the world.The sense of achievement you feel at the top of each pass is hard to put into words, it is a mix of awe, gratitude, and pure adventure.
If you are someone who loves pushing limits, discovering raw nature, and soaking in majestic mountain landscapes, I cannot recommend the Everest Three Passes Trek enough. It is tough, yes but that is what makes it so meaningful. The memories, the views, and the sense of accomplishment will stay with you forever.
Island Peak Climbing, also known as Imja Tse, stands at an elevation of 6,189 meters (20,305 feet) and is located in the Everest region of Nepal. It’s classified as a trekking peak and is ideal for adventurers aiming to combine high-altitude trekking with a non-technical yet thrilling climbing experience. The peak was first climbed in 1953 by a British expedition team as part of their training for Mount Everest.
The standard itinerary begins with a scenic flight to Lukla, followed by a trek through famous Sherpa villages such as Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Chhukung. Most climbers use this time to acclimatize, often visiting Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) or Kala Patthar (5,545 m) before reaching Island Peak Base Camp at around 5,100 meters. The summit push involves crossing glaciers, using fixed ropes on steep ice sections, and ascending a 100-meter headwall with crampons and ice axes.
Climbing Island Peak typically takes about 16–19 days in total and is best done in spring (March–May) or autumn (September–November) when weather conditions are most stable. While prior technical climbing experience is not mandatory, physical fitness and some basic mountaineering knowledge are essential. Once on top, climbers are rewarded with breathtaking views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and Makalu—making Island Peak a truly unforgettable Himalayan adventure.